Service Dog Questions

Service Dog Questions works with individuals who wish to train their own dog for service work, and can also assist in finding a suitable dog. Training sessions are approximately two hours long, and clients pay per session. After each session, an email with “homework” is sent to allow clients to practice with their dog. Sessions typically occur every two weeks if the client wishes to continue. Clients receive free support between sessions via call, text, email, or Zoom.

Pricing Summary

The current rate is $235.00 per training session, which lasts approximately two hours. The business aims to provide service dog training at a significantly lower cost than the typical $20,000 to $30,000 for trained service dogs, as they do not charge for boarding fees or kennel facilities. Clients are in control of how much their service dog will cost.

Policies

The business does not require clients to sign contracts or make long-term commitments.

Service Dog Questions is a small, family-run business based in Rhode Island, dedicated to making service dog training accessible and affordable. They specialize in helping individuals train their own dogs for service work, and can also assist in finding suitable dogs for this purpose, including homeless dogs.

Unlike many other service dog providers, they do not sell dogs or require long-term contracts or commitments. Their unique approach allows clients to pay for training sessions two hours at a time, providing flexibility and control over the overall cost.

They offer continuous support between sessions via phone, text, email, or Zoom calls at no additional charge, emphasizing excellent customer service. This model aims to significantly reduce the typical cost of a trained service dog, which can range from $20,000 to $30,000.

Accomplishments

The owner has been working with dogs since 1984. The owner also has a personal six-year-old Siberian Husky service dog, Athena, who was formerly a homeless dog and was trained by the owner for service work. The owner and Athena travel together to do public service presentations.